1998 Lancia Kappa vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 2 kg more than 1998 Lancia Kappa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lancia Kappa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Kappa. (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lancia Kappa | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Kappa | Frontier |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |